Irwanto Irwanto
Faculty of Psychology Atma Jaya Catholic University Jalan Jenderal Sudirman 51 Jakarta 12930 Indoensia

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Religious participation of persons with disabilities in Java, Indonesia: An explorative study Sara Franssen; Irwanto Irwanto; Huib Cornielje
Indonesian Journal of Disability Studies Vol. 7 No. 2 (2020)
Publisher : The Center for Disability Studies and Services Brawijaya University

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This descriptive qualitative study aims to explore the main physical and social barriers to accessibility of religious sites, services, and activities for people with physical disabilities in Indonesia and subsequently aims to explore possibilities to enhance their religious participation. A total of 28 interviewees participated in this research i.e., 16 self-indicated as Muslims and 12 as Christians. Among the male participants (n=16) were 10 Muslims and 6 Catholics, and among the female participants (n=12) were 6 Muslims and 6 Christians. Interviews and physical audits suggest serious need for improvements in accessibility and accommodation going to and within the establishment. Although majority of disabled persons interviewed for this study regularly participate in religious activities, they also notice that their basic needs and concerns are not being treated as priorities. Discourse on disability issues should be initiated and developed to create inclusive religious atmosphere.
The Quality of Life of Mothers Who Have Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder Sylvidire Maharani Hayu Pertiwi; Irwanto Irwanto
Indonesian Journal of Disability Studies Vol. 7 No. 2 (2020)
Publisher : The Center for Disability Studies and Services Brawijaya University

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex intellectual and developmental disability clinically diagnosed when s/he is 2 or three years old. These children demand special care to meet their special needs to enable optimized potentials in their development. This qualitative study aims at understanding the stressors affecting the quality of life of the primary care-giver. Parenting for children with ASD is usually more complicated and demanding than for children without disabilities. Four case studies were selected to represent typical mothers of ASD children in different phases of development. Their ages ranged from 29-50 years old and the ages of their children were 6 to 22 years old. Research credibility is constructed through interviews with significant others and observation of social media activities. The instrument for the study is WHO-QoL-BREF which is adjusted for an interview protocol. The results indicated that mothers who were not supported by their spouse and family members often had to deal with the uncertain future alone. Those who felt accomplished in caring for their children were strengthened by the parenting experiences. Support from professionals is crucial for mothers in addition to support from significant others and peers, in maintaining their quality of life.